If you have French ancestry, you will want to know a little more about French surnames and their history. This information will let you know more about your French ancestors than you imagined.
Category - Family Surnames
Tips to Find Ancestors with Frustratingly Common Surnames
Do you have an ancestor with an incredibly common surname, or a surname that is a place, verb, or noun? These people can be tricky to identify in old records. Here are some tips for searching for...
Soundex: What It Is and How to Use It
Have you seen a Soundex search option when using census databases online? If you have, but don't know what it is or why you should use it, here's the scoop.